T20 players ranking continues, no Pakistani bowler is included in the top ten

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has released the latest T20 player rankings, with significant changes in various categories. While some players have maintained their positions, others have seen a shift, especially in the all-rounder rankings. However, one of the notable points is that no Pakistani bowler is included in the top 10, despite Pakistan's strong cricketing legacy in the T20 format.

Top T20 Batters

Australia's Travis Head continues to lead the T20 batting rankings, holding the first position. The dynamic Australian batter has been in tremendous form, securing his spot at the top. As for Pakistan, captain Babar Azam holds the fifth position, and wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan is close behind in sixth place. Both players have consistently delivered for Pakistan, but neither could break into the top three this time.

Australia's Josh Inglis has made a significant jump in the rankings, moving up 13 places to secure the 10th spot. His recent performances have impressed the cricketing world, earning him a place among the top T20 batters.

T20 Bowler Rankings

In the bowlers' rankings, England's Adil Rashid maintains his position as the number one T20 bowler. Rashid’s exceptional bowling skills, especially in limited-overs cricket, have ensured his dominance in the rankings.

However, the major disappointment for Pakistani fans comes from the absence of any Pakistani bowler in the top 10. Pakistan’s Shaheen Shah Afridi, known for his lethal pace and swing, is ranked 13th, just outside the top ten. This marks a notable drop for Pakistani bowlers, who have historically been strong contenders in international cricket.

All-Rounder Rankings

The all-rounder rankings have seen significant changes as well. England’s Liam Livingstone has moved up seven places to claim the top spot as the world’s number one T20 all-rounder. His explosive batting and handy bowling have made him a valuable asset for England in the shortest format of the game.

Australia’s Marcus Stoinis, another key figure in T20 cricket, has jumped to second place, making the top two spots a battle between two dynamic all-rounders.

Impact on Pakistani Players

The rankings have not been favorable for Pakistani bowlers, with Shaheen Afridi being the highest-ranked Pakistani bowler in 13th place. Despite being one of the most feared pacers in world cricket, Shaheen has not been able to crack the top 10 this time. The absence of a Pakistani bowler in the top 10 highlights the need for improved performances in upcoming T20 matches.

On the batting front, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan’s positions in the top 10 reflect their consistent performances, but their inability to break into the top three indicates that there is still room for improvement to compete with the likes of Travis Head.

Conclusion

The latest ICC T20 rankings reveal some interesting changes, with Australia's Travis Head leading the batters, England’s Adil Rashid maintaining his top spot among bowlers, and Liam Livingstone becoming the number one all-rounder. For Pakistan, the absence of any bowler in the top 10 raises concerns, while Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan continue to shine in the batting rankings.

With upcoming T20 tournaments and series, it will be interesting to see if Pakistani bowlers can make a strong comeback and reclaim their place in the top tier of the rankings.

FAQs

1. Who is the top-ranked T20 batter?

Australia’s Travis Head is currently ranked as the number one T20 batter.

2. Which Pakistani players are in the top 10 T20 batters?

Babar Azam is ranked fifth, and Mohammad Rizwan is ranked sixth in the T20 batting rankings.

3. Who is the top-ranked T20 bowler?

England’s Adil Rashid holds the first position in the T20 bowler rankings.

4. Are there any Pakistani bowlers in the top 10?

No, the highest-ranked Pakistani bowler is Shaheen Shah Afridi, who is currently in 13th place.

5. Who is the number one T20 all-rounder?

England’s Liam Livingstone is the number one T20 all-rounder, having moved up seven places in the rankings.

6. How have Pakistani players performed in the latest T20 rankings?

While Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan remain in the top 10 for batters, no Pakistani bowler is in the top 10, with Shaheen Afridi ranked 13th among bowlers.